Have Fun And Stay Safe At Springtime Campus Events!

The last few weeks in college mean a few things: final papers, preparation for exams, warm weather and big springtime events on campus. At Bucknell we celebrate House Party weekend at the end of March every year, at Johns Hopkins my sister celebrates Spring Fair in April, and many other schools have Greek Week and daytime events for students to have fun outdoors, often involving concerts and free food. Although these school-wide parties are intended to provide a break from stressful weeks, they can often get a little out of hand! Therefore, it is extremely important to handle them responsibly and safely. After experiencing my first House Party a couple of weeks ago, and witnessing some students having an amazing times while others made regretful bad decisions, there are a few tips I can offer:

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Stay with a group. At these large outdoors events, it can be very easy to get lost in the crowd. Making sure you always have a friend by your side will not only make the day more memorable, but also guarantees a walking buddy for the way home!

Watch out for your friends. Keep an eye out for your girlfriends. If a creepy guy won't stop talking to them, make up an excuse and help them escape an uncomfortable situation.

Wear comfortable clothes you don't care about losing or ruining. You may be standing on your feet all day, so make sure to avoid wearing heels or wedges. A comfy pair of Converse or Sperries works well, especially if you do not mind getting dirt on them. In addition, wear layers so that if the temperature changes throughout the day, you are still content and don't need to run back to your dorm if it gets chilly out!